On the eve of Paris fashion week A/W 2011-2012, our panel of stylish tastemakers gives us the lowdown on how to survive the week in style, as well as where to get a killer croque-monsieur.

Jillian DavisonHarper's BAZAAR fashion director

Harper's BAZAAR: YOUR FASHION-WEEK SURVIVAL TIPS?Jillian Davison: “Don’t get on the plane exhausted as once you arrive you never get a chance to catch up.”

HB: YOUR FASHION-WEEK STYLE?JD: “Black, black, black with a few white shirts thrown in. I keep it tailored and wearable as the days are crazy long and you attend all sorts of events. Usually a few key purchases of the new season give an update to my classics. You need a good coat as March and October are invariably cold and this is often all you see.”